The U.S. Department of Agriculture has awarded grants to two Utah firms to conduct feasibility studies designed to reduce energy consumption and costs.
Salt Gulch Electric, LLC out of Boulder has received $15,000 to investigate a small hydro power project. The project, located in Garfield County, will include replacing an irrigation ditch with pipe and using its pressure to generate electricity.
The second study will be conducted by Time Energy Associates, LLC, which received a $50,000 grant to explore the benefits of constructing a wind farm in rural Utah.
The USDA, through its Rural Development agency, administers and manages housing, business and community infrastructure and facility programs through a national network of state and local offices. Rural Development has an active portfolio of more than $165 billion in affordable loans and loan guarantees. Salt Lake Tribune
